Job Title: Graduate Trainee – Tariff Regulation & Planning (No Experience Jobs)
Organisation: Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks and all the operational assets associated with the business.
Job Summary: To support the Tariff Regulation & Planning team in analyzing tariff-related data, compiling reports, and assisting in regulatory submissions. The role provides hands-on experience in utility pricing, economic modelling, and stakeholder engagement within Uganda’s electricity regulatory framework.
Impact
The Graduate Trainee will play a supportive role in tariff development and data management. This position fosters technical growth in utility economics and regulatory affairs, laying the foundation for a future career in tariff analysis and planning.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in gathering and preparing tariff-related data, including electricity consumption, demand trends, and customer categories.
- Support the development of models and spreadsheets to analyze financial and operational impacts of proposed tariffs.
- Conduct basic research on ERA regulations, market developments, and regional trends in electricity pricing.
- Assist in drafting and formatting documents required for tariff filings and regulatory submissions.
- Contribute to the preparation of demand forecasts and financial scenarios under supervision.
- Support the maintenance of databases and forecasting templates used by the department.
- Prepare presentation materials and briefing documents for meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., ERA).
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and note-taking for follow-up actions.
- Draft summaries, charts, and visual reports on tariff proposals and impact assessments.
- Support the Manager in compiling responses to queries from internal departments and regulators.
Expected Outputs
- Accurate and well-organized datasets related to tariffs and electricity consumption
- Preliminary tariff analysis reports and models under supervision
- Research briefs on regulatory and pricing trends
- Draft presentations and reports for internal and external engagements
- Documented support materials for regulatory filings and proposals
- Improved understanding of tariff-setting processes and regulatory strategy
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognized university
- Must have graduated within the last three (3) years
Experience
- No formal work experience required
Competencies
- Basic knowledge of economic and financial principles
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical tools (e.g., STATA, R, or Power BI)
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Willingness to learn and work collaboratively in a professional environment
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ethical conduct and respect for confidentiality
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online through the UEDCL jobs portal.
Deadline: 27th June 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no requirements